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22/05/2015
4.2 Magnitude Quake Recorded In Kent
A 4.2 magnitude earthquake has been recorded in Kent, the British Geological Survey (BGS) has confirmed.
The tremor occurred at 2.52am on Friday.
It is understood the epicentre was approximately 7km south of Ramsgate at a depth of 15km underground.
The BGS said it had received hundreds of reports from members of the public, with residents in Margate, Canterbury, Herne Bay and Southend-on-Sea all feeling the quake.
Kent Police said it had also received a number of calls, but there had been no reports of injuries or structural damage to buildings. Kent Fire and Rescue Service also confirmed no reports of injuries.
(JP)
The tremor occurred at 2.52am on Friday.
It is understood the epicentre was approximately 7km south of Ramsgate at a depth of 15km underground.
The BGS said it had received hundreds of reports from members of the public, with residents in Margate, Canterbury, Herne Bay and Southend-on-Sea all feeling the quake.
Kent Police said it had also received a number of calls, but there had been no reports of injuries or structural damage to buildings. Kent Fire and Rescue Service also confirmed no reports of injuries.
(JP)
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